Belize Mission: Facilitates parish twinning with St. Peter Claver Catholic Church in Punta Gorda, Belize. In partnership with Cross Catholic Outreach, this committee promotes parish mission trips that strengthen a reciprocal relationship with our brothers and sisters in this Central American country. Contact: Sue Shubert 443-975-1058

Birthright of Calvert County: Supports and offers counseling to those who are considering abortion. Training is given. Work is hands-on for defending the sanctity of Life. Contact: (410) 257-1402

Care for Our Common Home: This group studies the encyclical, Laudato Si, and discusses how to better care for the environment. Time involved is roughly 4 hours/ month. Contact: Mary Alves (410) 326-9622

Care for God's Creation (Grounds Upkeep): Ensures Church grounds are cared for in ways that protect the Bay and use local species for landscaping. Weed, mulch, edge, plant, & maintain flower beds and buses on Church grounds. Time involved is 2hours/week, at your convenience, spring-fall. Can work alone or in teams. Contact: Valerie Forsythe (443) 804-6429 or vforsyth@comcast.net

Care Net: A non-profit ecumenical group that seeks to support pregnant women in difficult circumstances with health and material aid, as well as friendship and spiritual support. Contact: (301) 737-4604

Christmas in April: A non-profit organization that improves/repairs homes for low income households. No skills needed. Work is done on last Saturday o April for a half or whole day. Leadership provided. Volunteers work in teams in the local area. Contact: Vince Maldonado (410) 394-6151 or Joe Suarez-Murias (443) 684-4518​

Fair Trade: Learn principles of Fair Trade and their connection to Catholic Social Teaching. Offer education and provide support for companies that practice human dignity, fair wages, and environmental stewardship. Time involved is 4 hours/month during the year. Contact: Joan Anderson (703) 216-4967 or joanla@verizon.net

Food Drive: Organize and advertise food collection for S.H.A.R.E. on a regular basis. We would collect offerings and see that they get to S.M.I.L.E. on a monthly basis. Contact: Fr. Mike (410) 326-3535

HeartF.E.L.T. (Filling Empty Little Tummies): A program for children served by Federal food programs. Provides backpacks filled with food for children to take home on weekends. Volunteers pack and deliver backpacks to local schools weekly. Help is also needed raising funds, purchasing food, & keeping inventory. Contact: Carmen Gerber (240) 994-2368 or carmengerber@comcast.net

Need a Ride: We need people who are willing to provide a ride to someone who is aged or unable to drive to necessary appointments. This would be at a time you are able to drive and coordinate with the person needing the ride. A Coordinator is also needed for this program. Contact: Father Mike (410) 326-3535

Patuxent Habitat for Humanity:A non-profit organization dedicated to improving living conditions to homes of people in need in the local area. ​Contact: Call (301) 737-6273, viisit www.patuxenthabitat.org, or email restore@patuxenthabitat.org

Phone a Friend: Commit to being in regular touch with a homebound parishioner who would welcome companionship via the phone or email. Contact: Sister Paula Gohls (410) 326-3306

Prayer Shawls: A group that meets to knit shawls or blankets for those struggling with health issues. Shawls are blessed and presented to others as an outreach to those in need. This offers not only a material gift, but time and love that went into creating it. Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 3pm in the Parish Office. Does not meet during summer months. Contact: Mary Ann Dale 240-298-1216

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Right to Life: Learn, pray, educate, support, and care for the lives of all God's children. Help organize parish effort to support RTL. Time varies & depends upon your availability.​ Contact: Tim Jackson (410) 394-2881

S.M.I.L.E.: An ecumenical organization that provides food, clothing, and energy assistance for those in need in our local area. No skills needed; training provided. A shift would be four hours, once a week or once ever two weeks. Contact: Holly Cook (410) 326-0009

Solomons Nursing Center: Visit residents and help with games, polishing nails, reading, or just visiting. One to three hours/week, year-round. A willing spirit and cheerful attitude are the only skills needed! Great for families and/or children. Contact: Valerie Forsythe (443) 804-6429 or vforsyth@comcast.net